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Figure 43
1. By-pass valves
Loading Machines
Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers
or trucks. One full width ramp that is wide enough to
extend beyond the rear tires is recommended instead
of individual ramps for each side of the unit
44). The lower rear section of the tractor frame
extends back between the rear wheels and serves as
a stop for tipping backward. Having a full width ramp
provides a surface for the frame members to contact if
the unit starts to tip backward. If it is not possible to
use one full width ramp, use enough individual ramps
to simulate a full width continuous ramp.
The ramp should be long enough so that the angles do
not exceed 15 degrees
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may cause machine components to get caught as
the unit moves from ramp to trailer or truck. Steeper
angles may also cause the unit to tip backward. If
loading on or near a slope, position the trailer or
truck so it is on the down side of the slope and the
ramp extends up the slope. This will minimize the
ramp angle. The trailer or truck should be as level
as possible.
Important:
Do not attempt to turn the unit while
on the ramp; you may lose control and drive off
the side.
Avoid sudden acceleration when driving up a ramp
and sudden deceleration when backing down a ramp.
Both maneuvers can cause the unit to tip backward.
WARNING
Loading a unit onto a trailer or truck increases
the possibility of backward tip-over and could
cause serious injury or death.
• Use extreme caution when operating a unit
on a ramp.
• Use only a single, full width ramp; Do not
use individual ramps for each side of the
unit.
• If individual ramps must be used, use
enough ramps to create an unbroken ramp
surface wider than the unit.
• Do not exceed a 15 degree angle between
ramp and ground or between ramp and
trailer or truck.
• Avoid sudden acceleration while driving
unit up a ramp to avoid tipping backward.
• Avoid sudden deceleration while backing
unit down a ramp to avoid tipping
backward.
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44). A steeper angle
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